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VT2542 Voice Gateway User Guide
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Overview
Installation
Troubleshooting
Contact
FAQ
Glossary
License
Configuration:
Basic
Advanced
TCP/IP
Wireless
Rear Panel
The rear panel provides the following ports:
Key
Item
Description
1
Power
Connector for the AC power adapter.
2
Reset
If you lose your internet connection, use the reset button to reestablish communication.
3
Ethernet
1 -4
Ethernet ports that let you to connect up to four devices to your voice gateway.
4
Internet
Connect your cable or DSL modem to the VT2542.
5
Phone
1 and 2
Connect one or two phones to one and two (optional). If you subscribe to only one phone line from
Vonage, you must connect your phone to the Phone 1 port.
6
Antenna
Rotatable antenna used for wireless connections.
1
2
3
4
5
6
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VT2542 Voice Gateway User Guide
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Installation
Before You Begin
Before you begin installation, check that you received the following items with your VT2542:
Note:
The Ethernet cables and telephone cord provided are standard and color coordinated to help with
installation. You can use substitute with other standard cables and cords to meet your needs.
In addition to your VT2542 voice gateway, you also need:
•
An established DSL or cable Internet connection
•
One or two touch-tone telephones
•
Your computer must meet the minimum requirements listed below:
—
Pentium-class processor or faster
—
16 MB of memory
—
10 MB of hard disk space available
—
Windows
®
2000, Windows XP
™
If you purchased your VT2542 voice gateway from a retail location, you must first activate your Vonage
®
Phone
Service.
You will need to provide the
WAN MAC ID
printed on the bottom of the VT2542
.
•
In Canada, visit
www.vonage.ca/activate
•
In the United Kingdom, visit
www.vonage.co.uk/activate
•
In the United States, visit
www.vonage.com/activate
Gather Information
You may need to obtain the following information about your high-speed Internet connection:
•
For a DSL connection
only
, your user name and password
•
For a cable modem connection using
static
IP addresses
only
, your
IP address
,
subnet mask
,
default
gateway
, and
DNS
server IP address or addresses
Item
Description
AC adapter
Connects the VT2542 to an AC electrical outlet (the plug shown is for the United
States or Canada; yours may look different)
Ethernet cables
Blue cable connects the
Internet
port on your VT2542 to your cable or DSL modem
Yellow cable connects the
Ethernet
port on your VT2542 to a computer or other
network device
Vertical mounting stand
Provides vertical mounting on a desktop or other flat surface to use less space
VT2542 Voice Gateway Quick
Start Guide
Provides instructions to quickly set up and configure your voice gateway
Telephone Jack
Adapter
(UK
only
)
Converts a British BT431 telephone cord to RJ-11 to connect to the voice gateway
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VT2542 Voice Gateway User Guide
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Overview
Installation
Troubleshooting
Contact
FAQ
Glossary
License
Configuration:
Basic
Advanced
TCP/IP
Wireless
•
If you already have a router, we recommend printing its configuration screens to use for reference during
Basic Configuration
.
Positioning Your VT2542 for Optimal Wireless Performance
To achieve the best wireless performance, review these guidelines before deciding where to place your VT2542:
•
Connect at least one computer through a wired Ethernet connection.
•
Placing your VT2542 in the physical center of your network is best, because its antenna sends out signal in all
directions.
•
Placing the VT2542 in a higher location, such as on top of a cabinet, helps disperse the signal cleanly,
especially to upper floors.
•
If possible, position your VT2542 in direct line of sight with other home network devices using a wireless
connection.
•
Avoid placing the VT2542 next to large, solid objects like computer cases, monitors, walls, fireplaces, etc.
This helps the signal penetrate more cleanly.
•
Other wireless devices, such as televisions, radios, microwaves, or 2.4 GHz cordless telephones, can
interfere with the signal. Keep these devices away from the VT2542.
•
Mirrors, especially those that are silver-coated, can reduce transmission performance.
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VT2542 Voice Gateway User Guide
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Installation
Troubleshooting
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FAQ
Glossary
License
Configuration:
Basic
Advanced
TCP/IP
Wireless
Connecting the VT2542
Installation - Wired Connection
1
Shut down your computer and unplug your cable or DSL modem power cord or adapter.
2
Disconnect your computer from the modem. Do not disconnect your modem from the cable or phone line that
provides your Internet connection.
3
Connect one end of the blue Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on your modem. Plug the other end to the
blue Ethernet port (labeled
Internet
)
on the rear panel of your voice gateway.
4
Connect one end of the yellow Ethernet cable to the yellow
Ethernet
port on your voice gateway, and the
other end of the cable to the port on your computer.
5
Plug your cable or DSL modem back into an electrical outlet.
Note:
Keep your modem off for approximately 10 minutes to clear its memory so it can recognize the
VT2542 when you turn it back on.
A
You must connect a
phone to the
Phone 1 port
Optional phone or fax machine
for a second line from Vonage
Cable or DSL
Modem
To AC power
Computer to configure
the VT2542
You can connect three additional
computers or devices to your VT2542.
Adding routers and hubs allows you to
create an even larger network.
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6
Connect the power adapter to the
Power
port on the rear panel of the voice gateway, and plug the other end
into an electrical outlet.
7
Turn on your computer. The Ethernet light on the VT2542 front panel should light.
8
Test your connection. Open a web browser and enter any website address (you can try www.motorola.com).
If you can access the site, you have successfully installed your voice gateway.
9
Repeat step four to connect additional devices.
If your test (STEP 8) is not successful, and you are a:
Cable Modem Users
Turn your cable modem off again for at least 10 minutes. If this does not correct your problem, you may
need to register your VT2542 with your cable provider. Please contact them to update your information. Be
sure to have the
WAN MAC ID
(located on the bottom of the VT2542) available. When your Internet
connection works, go to C “
Connecting Your Telephone
” on page 10.
IMPORTANT:
Before you continue, be sure to allow enough time for your voice gateway to
complete its start-up process. VT2542 startup is complete when the Power light on its front
panel lights solid green. This usually takes a few minutes.
IMPORTANT:
Before you continue, be sure the VT2542 Power, Ethernet, and Internet lights
are all on.

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